I don’t know who comes up with these things, but as I write this, today is Rubber Duckie Day. So why not celebrate by stitching up a little yellow duckie to decorate the bathroom, or anywhere else for that matter?… Read More...
DIY Green Tea Scrub
Exfoliating is an important part of any skincare routine- it removes dead skin cells to help refresh your skin and make it look brighter and healthier. You know what else is amazing for your skin? Green tea! It is full … Read More...
Free pattern: Stitched heart pennant banner
This little heart pennant banner is so sweet! Especially with all the hand stitches! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern at Lil Luna for making it. It’s cute for Valentine’s Day, of course, but hearts don’t necessary have … Read More...
Freebies: Valentine’s Day Party Printables
Print up these pretty Valentine’s flags, tags, cupcake toppers and labels and use them at your Valentine’s Day party this year. They are free to download from the Graphics Fairy, click here to get them.
-Heather
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Free pattern: Round patchwork floor cushions
These round patchwork floor cushions would add a pop of color and personality to any room! Caroline from Sew Caroline shares a free pattern! Mix and match color and pattern for maximum fun. Her free pattern comes in three sizes … Read More...
How to Digital Scrapbook For Free
If you want to try digital scrapbooking, but don’t want to spend anything until you’re sure it’s for you, check out this comprehensive article over at Granny’s Enchanted blog. She shares resources for free programs you can use to start, … Read More...
The Ultimate Free Fonts Collection
If you’re looking for some new fonts for personal use or commercial use then, check out this free font collection over at Blog Pixie. Free fonts are the perfect thing for all scrapbookers, whether you scrap traditionally, digitally or make … Read More...
Recycled lampshade art display
I don’t know if anyone actually decorates with lampshades this big anymore so this just might be a great project to give one a new purpose. Pop on over to the blog Alamodeus for a whole collection of fun and … Read More...
Project: Craft Room Organization with DIY Jars
Rub-ons don’t have to just be applied to cards or scrapbook pages, try using them on other items like jars. These pretty painted jars with metallic rub-ons are perfect for organizing your crafting supplies. Find out more over on the … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Twist Apron
Leah from Sew Spoiled shares a tutorial for making her Twist Apron. It has a unique gathered wrap top that is completely adjustable. The gathered top is actually a long strip of fabric that is attached on one end to … Read More...
Review: Easy Fair Isle Knitting
I know from talking to knitters and hearing what you all say when I ask that a lot of knitters are a little afraid of Fair Isle knitting and other colorwork projects. They seem really intimating because it’s hard to … Read More...
Tutorial: Bow tie with adjustable strap
Bow ties can add an element of fun and a spark of personality to dressing up. Melanie from The Littlest Studio shows how you can sew a bow tie. There are so many fun fabrics you could use, and it … Read More...
Tutorial: Cinch top fabric Lego bucket
Paola from Sweet Julia Boutique shares a tutorial at Crazy Little Projects for making these fabric Lego buckets. They make cleaning up and storing all those Legos a breeze! And made from fun fabric prints, they’re cute too. Handles make … Read More...
DIY Embroidery Shoulders
This is a fantastic way to add a little touch of Handmade to a store bought cardigan or sweater. I know my children wouldn’t mind getting a little bit of this kinda embellishment on their typical mass produced high street … Read More...
My Little Pony Pattern
Are you a big My Little Pony and Rarity fan? Or perhaps you have always wanted to make a cuddle sized toy. Here is your chance to fulfill both wishes with this step-by-step crochet pattern that we’ve prepared just for … Read More...
Cross-Stitch Basics: How to Clean Cross Stitch
Despite our best efforts while we are working on a project, our cross-stitched objects sometimes get a little dirty.
Prevention can help a lot: always wash your hands before you stitch, don’t eat and stitch (or drink colored/sugary liquids), store … Read More...
Tips for tackling your mending pile
I’m sure there’s someone out there that enjoys mending, but most of us do not. For me, mending is a task, a job that needs to be done, while sewing is something I do because I want to. But enjoy … Read More...
Project: Stamped Polar Bear Muslin Gift Bag
Need a gift bag for a friend who has a winter birthday? Grab some fun winter themed stamps and make a cute muslin gift bag. You can find stamping and coloring tips for this project over on the Terial Arts … Read More...
Tutorial: Marbled magnetic pin dish
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can make a pretty marbled pin dish to keep your pins handy while you’re sewing. The dish is magnetic to attract and hold the pins, while keeping them to grab when you need … Read More...
Craft & Sewing Room Storage and Organization
Take a tour of this impressively organized craft room. Lots of the ideas used here are easily copied or adapted to suit your needs. Find ideas for storage furniture as well as organizational solutions for paper, ribbon, buttons, washi tape … Read More...